Tequila Ocho Añejo “San Jerónimo” 2023 – 80 Proof (40% ABV) | 750ml

Tequila Ocho Añejo “San Jerónimo” 2023 is a single-estate tequila showcasing the distinctive terroir of Rancho San Jerónimo in the Highlands of Jalisco. Made from 100% Blue Weber agave harvested from this single field during the 2023 harvest, the tequila is aged in oak barrels for one year, allowing the vibrant cooked-agave character to develop alongside layers of dark cacao, coffee, dried fruit, spice, and oak.

Key Details

Spirit Type: Añejo Tequila

Brand: Tequila Ocho

Expression: Single Estate “San Jerónimo” 2023

Agave: 100% Blue Weber Agave

Agave Source: Rancho San Jerónimo, Highlands of Jalisco, Mexico

Harvest: 2023

Aging: 12 Months

Barrel: Ex-American Oak Whiskey Barrels

Production Style: Single Estate

Alcohol Content: 40% ABV (80 Proof)

Bottle Size: 750ml

Process & Production

Tequila Ocho San Jerónimo 2023 begins with agave harvested exclusively from Rancho San Jerónimo, a hilly and rocky field located approximately five miles outside Arandas in the Highlands of Jalisco.

The field is characterized by rich red soil and full sunlight. At harvest, approximately 1,200 tons of overripe agave were obtained, with piñas reaching up to 80 pounds and a sugar content of approximately 32%.

After distillation, the tequila is matured for one year in ex-American oak whiskey barrels. The oak adds depth and richness while allowing the cooked-agave character and terroir of San Jerónimo to remain at the center of the expression.

Appearance

Light amber with warm golden tones developed during its year of oak maturation.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Black tea, pepper, wet tobacco, and cooked agave.

Palate: Rich cooked agave layered with dark cacao, coffee, nutmeg, dried fruit, and salted caramel.

Finish: Long and peppery with buttery texture, gentle oak, warmth, and lingering spice.

What Makes It Special

Tequila Ocho is built around the concept of terroir, with its Single Estate releases identifying the specific field where the agave was grown. The San Jerónimo 2023 vintage allows the character of one particular Highland field and one harvest year to be experienced in the bottle.

San Jerónimo itself is a distinctive Ocho estate, with hilly terrain, rocky ground, rich red soil, and strong sunlight. The overripe agaves harvested from the field contribute to the expression's cooked-agave depth and complexity.

The one-year maturation in ex-American oak whiskey barrels adds notes of cacao, coffee, dried fruit, caramel, and spice while complementing rather than overwhelming the agave character.

How to Enjoy

Neat: Serve in a tequila glass to explore the cooked agave, coffee, cacao, spice, and oak character.

With a Few Drops of Water: A small amount of water can open the aromas and reveal additional layers of fruit and spice.

On the Rocks: Serve over a large cube for a slower, chilled sipping experience.

After Dinner: The combination of cooked agave, dark cacao, coffee, dried fruit, caramel, and spice makes it well suited to sipping after a meal.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of tequila is Tequila Ocho San Jerónimo 2023?
It is a Single Estate Añejo tequila from Tequila Ocho.

Where does the agave come from?
The agave comes exclusively from Rancho San Jerónimo in the Highlands of Jalisco.

What year was the agave harvested?
The agave was harvested in 2023.

How long is it aged?
The tequila is aged for one year in ex-American oak whiskey barrels.

What is the alcohol content?
Tequila Ocho San Jerónimo 2023 is bottled at 40% ABV, or 80 proof.

What are the tasting notes?
The nose features black tea, pepper, wet tobacco, and cooked agave. The palate brings dark cacao, coffee, nutmeg, dried fruit, salted caramel, and cooked agave, followed by a long peppery and buttery finish.

Is San Jerónimo a Single Estate tequila?
Yes. Tequila Ocho's Single Estate philosophy identifies the specific field from which the agave for each vintage is harvested.

What size is the bottle?
The San Jerónimo 2023 Añejo is bottled in a 750ml format.

Brand Story

Tequila Ocho was created from the collaboration between Carlos Camarena and the late Tomas Estes, with a founding focus on demonstrating that terroir exists in tequila. The brand's Single Estate approach identifies the individual ranch or field where its agave is grown, allowing differences in soil, climate, elevation, and harvest conditions to be expressed through each vintage.

Rather than blending agave from multiple locations into one consistent profile, Tequila Ocho harvests individual fields in their respective seasons. This allows each vintage to tell the story of its particular place and year.

San Jerónimo 2023

Five miles outside Arandas, Rancho San Jerónimo is a hilly and rocky field with rich red soil. The land receives abundant sunlight and is used exclusively for growing agave. During the harvest associated with this release, approximately 1,200 tons of overripe agave were obtained, with piñas reaching approximately 80 pounds and a reported sugar content of 32%.

The 2023 Añejo captures the character of this particular estate after one year in ex-American oak whiskey barrels, combining Tequila Ocho's cooked-agave profile with dark cacao, coffee, dried fruit, pepper, caramel, and oak.